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Handshakes are common and respectful greetings in professional and social European culture.
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Japan
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In Japanese culture, bowing is the main and more respectful greeting gesture, with handshakes being less common and used for formal interactions.
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United Kingdom
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In the UK, handshakes are a common and expected form of greeting, showing respect and confidence.
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Canada
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Handshakes are a common form of greeting in both formal and informal settings in Canadian culture.
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cross-cultural
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Handshakes, a cross-cultural greeting gesture, have been affected by the pandemic for hygiene and safety reasons.
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Brazil
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In Brazil, handshakes typically involve strong eye contact and a firm grip.
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Hygienist
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In Hygienist culture, avoiding handshakes is seen as a hygienic practice to reduce the spread of germs.
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Italy
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In Italy, handshakes are often accompanied by a light touch on the arm or shoulder.
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Netherlands
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In the Netherlands, handshakes are typically done with a light grip and minimal eye contact.
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Preventive measures
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Handshakes are avoided in some cultures as a preventive measure to minimize the risk of spreading germs and diseases.
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Russia
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In Russia, handshakes typically involve strong eye contact and a firm grip.
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Sri Lanka
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Handshakes are not commonly used in traditional greetings in Sri Lanka, except in westernized urban areas.
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Sweden
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Handshakes in Sweden are typically characterized by a light grip and minimal eye contact.
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Telecommunication professionals
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Handshakes are uncommon among telecommunication professionals, particularly in virtual meetings.
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informal social gatherings
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Handshakes are common in informal social gatherings, but physical contact like hugs or kisses on the cheek may be more prevalent as a form of greeting.
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